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Lenovo buys majority stake in Fujitsu PC business
Lenovo

Lenovo buys majority stake in Fujitsu PC business

Lenovo has acquired a controlling stake in Fuitsu's PC business in a JPY 17.85 billion-plus deal as it seeks to shore up its PC business.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 6th Nov 2017
Microsoft's new Surface Pro with LTE seeks to eject MacBook Pro
Microsoft

Microsoft's new Surface Pro with LTE seeks to eject MacBook Pro

Microsoft unveils the LTE-equipped Surface Pro, targeting mobile professionals and enterprises seeking a viable alternative to the MacBook Pro.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2017
Music creators rejoice, GarageBand just got updated
Digital Entertainment

Music creators rejoice, GarageBand just got updated

Apple's latest GarageBand update for iOS offers new instruments, sound packs, and a Beat Sequencer, enhancing music creation on iPhone and iPad.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2017
Samsung launches its Android 9.0 beta
Software Updates

Samsung launches its Android 9.0 beta

Samsung has launched the Samsung Experience 9.0 beta for Galaxy S8 and S8+ users, allowing them to preview new Android 9.0 features before the official release.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2017
Razer's new phone promises games on the go
Gaming

Razer's new phone promises games on the go

Razer unveils its new gaming smartphone featuring a 120 Hz UltraMotion display, Dolby ATMOS sound, Snapdragon 835 chip, and a massive 4,000 mAh battery.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Nov 2017
MAPS.ME launches a new reviewing platform
Gaming

MAPS.ME launches a new reviewing platform

MAPS.ME introduces a new user review platform, enabling travellers to rate and review over 50 types of sites, even when offline, enhancing trip planning.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Nov 2017
Ever wanted Superman-vision? WalabotDIY might deliver
Apps

Ever wanted Superman-vision? WalabotDIY might deliver

Vayyar Imaging's WalabotDIY, a 3D-imaging sensor, is now available for Australian DIY enthusiasts, allowing users to see inside walls.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Nov 2017
India's smartphone market overtakes US to claim second spot
Lenovo

India's smartphone market overtakes US to claim second spot

India's smartphone market has recovered from a shaky Q2 2017 to surge in growth with the five major vendors being the drivers - Xiaomi in particular.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Sat, 28th Oct 2017
Malaysia's telecom market to 'stay afloat' through to 2021
Unified Communications

Malaysia's telecom market to 'stay afloat' through to 2021

​Malaysia's telecom market is in relatively comfortable stead according to a new report from GlobalData, driven largely by mobile data.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Oct 2017
Aussie AR smartglasses trialled in theatres
Wearables

Aussie AR smartglasses trialled in theatres

Deaf and hearing-impaired theatregoers at London's National Theatre can now use Epson Moverio BT-300 AR smartglasses to read subtitles during performances.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Oct 2017
Adobe Advertising Cloud announces new mobile app, digital audio capabilities
Digital Signage

Adobe Advertising Cloud announces new mobile app, digital audio capabilities

Adobe Advertising Cloud launches first mobile app for cross-channel campaign management, expanding capabilities to include automated digital audio ad buying.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Oct 2017
Well, I'll be dammed… Ingram resellers beaver away on HP promotion
HP

Well, I'll be dammed… Ingram resellers beaver away on HP promotion

Ingram Micro NZ has been overrun by rodents, with a plethora of cute and cuddly beavers making a temporary home at the distributor this week.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Oct 2017
To upgrade or not to upgrade – that is the security question
Firewalls

To upgrade or not to upgrade – that is the security question

When we think of security, we probably think 'software' first. But software runs on hardware, and network security and access appliances are aging.

By Adam Jaques • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Oct 2017
Why schools need to ramp up their cybersecurity measures
EduTech

Why schools need to ramp up their cybersecurity measures

They house the sensitive information that hackers specifically seek, are running a wide variety of unprotected endpoints, and have limited resources.

By Jon McGettigan • 5 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2017

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Apple acquires NZ wireless charging developer PowerbyProxi
Apple

Apple acquires NZ wireless charging developer PowerbyProxi

Earlier this year, Apple gave a sneak peek of AirPower, an Apple-designed wireless charging accessory coming in 2018.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Oct 2017
Google launches Family Link to let parents monitor children's device usage
Google

Google launches Family Link to let parents monitor children's device usage

There's always a balance to strike between giving kids the freedom to explore the internet and helping guide their experience.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2017
Apple Pay has arrived for BNZ customers
Marketing Technologies

Apple Pay has arrived for BNZ customers

BNZ customers can now use Apple Pay for secure, private, and fast mobile payments both in-store and online, as BNZ rolls out this highly requested feature.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2017